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that produce fewer side effects while curing disease, and provide more SCHOOL OF PHARMACY effective and/or more rapid treatment of disease in humans or animals. Toxicologists find scientifically sound answers to questions about Established by the Wisconsin Legislature in 1883, the "Department chemicals that may potentially threaten our health, about pesticides in of Pharmacy" was the second pharmacy school in the United States the food we eat, pollutants in the air we breath, chemicals in the water associated with a state university. The School of Pharmacy offers we drink, and toxic waste sites near our homes. Some toxicologists are two degrees available to undergraduate-level students: the Doctor concerned with determining the cellular mechanisms by which drugs of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree, and the Bachelor of Science in and chemicals produce toxic effects. Many are involved in subspecialty Pharmacology and Toxicology (PharmTox) degree. The school also offers areas in toxicology research, such as reproductive and developmental several M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. toxicology, neurotoxicology, immunotoxicology, and inhalation toxicology. Researchers in these areas utilize both laboratory animals and in vitro With an enrollment of more than 500 undergraduate and professional systems to examine the cellular, biochemical, and molecular processes students, the School of Pharmacy is part of the Center for Health underlying toxic responses. Sciences, which includes the School of Medicine and Public Health, the School of Nursing, University Hospital and Clinics, and the State B.S. IN PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES Laboratory of Hygiene. Students have opportunities to interact with other The B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences is not a major, but is an internal students and professional personnel in related fields as they prepare to degree granted to current Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) students after meet the health care needs of society. they complete at least one year of the Pharm.D. program. In order to qualify for the B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, students must have DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM.D.) attended UW–Madison as an undergraduate prior to entering the School Pharm.D. graduates are presented with opportunity and challenge: the of Pharmacy and must meet all degree requirements. opportunity to participate in the exciting field of health care and the challenge of expanding the role of the pharmacy professional within DEGREES/MAJORS/CERTIFICATES this changing system. Pharmacists are important members of the comprehensive health care team; the expertise of pharmacists is vital • Pharmaceutical Sciences, B.S. (http://guide.wisc.edu/undergraduate/ to the success of the health care team as it designs, implements, and pharmacy/pharmacy/pharmaceutical-sciences-bs/) monitors drug therapy for the benefit of patients. Pharmacists use their expertise to keep pace with the rapid changes taking place in the • Pharmacology and Toxicology, B.S. (http://guide.wisc.edu/ health care system and the growing complexities of providing optimal undergraduate/pharmacy/pharmacy/pharmacology-toxicology-bs/) pharmaceutical care to patients. This care requires that pharmacists be effective health educators. The ultimate success of drug therapy ENTERING THE SCHOOL can depend upon how well patients understand and follow their drug regimens. Therefore, opportunities for the development and improvement Admission to either the B.S. in Pharmacology and Toxicology or the of communication skills, both written and oral, are essential components Doctor of Pharmacy program is selective and competitive, and requires of the Pharm.D. professional curriculum; required and elective courses specific prerequisite coursework as well as a complete admissions throughout the curriculum provide valuable practical experience in application. Completion of required prerequisite coursework does effective interaction with patients and other health practitioners. not guarantee admission. Each applicant's admission credentials are Pharmacy offers many career opportunities. Graduates traditionally have considered not only on their own merit, but also in comparison with the pursued careers in community, hospital, and long-term care pharmacy, credentials of other applicants. the pharmaceutical industry, pharmacy education, and government For detailed information on prerequisites and the application for the B.S. agencies. Pharmacists serve also in other roles, including managed care, in Pharmacology and Toxicology (PharmTox), see the major's "How to Get home care, and primary care, to increase the availability and quality of In" tab in the (http://guide.wisc.edu/undergraduate/pharmacy/pharmacy/ pharmaceutical care. pharmacology-toxicology-bs/#howtogetintext)Guide.

B.S. IN PHARMACOLOGY AND Information about the required elements of the application and TOXICOLOGY prerequisites for the Pharm.D. (Doctor of Pharmacy) program can be found on the School of Pharmacy website (https://pharmacy.wisc.edu/ The B.S. in Pharmacology and Toxicology (PharmTox) focuses on the programs/pharmd/admissions/). biomedical sciences. Pharmacology is concerned with the properties, effects, and mechanisms of action of drugs, and with the interactions Most pre-pharmacy students are admitted to UW-Madison as College between chemical agents and biological systems. Toxicology, the science of Letters & Science students with an intention to pursue a School of poisons, combines the elements of biology and chemistry with those of Pharmacy program (PharmTox undergraduate degree and/or the of many other disciplines to help us understand the harmful effects of professional Pharm.D. program). While our School of Pharmacy does chemicals on living organisms. not directly admit students from high school, we do offer comprehensive academic, admissions, and career advising to students who have A major challenge for the pharmacologist is to determine how drugs expressed an interest either of these programs. Please refer to act. This can be carried out at the subcellular and molecular level, the the Resources (https://guide.wisc.edu/undergraduate/pharmacy/ cellular level, the tissue level, the organ level, or the whole-animal level. #resourcestext) section to start exploring available resources and Pharmacologists also are concerned with the development of new drugs 2 School of Pharmacy

opportunities available for pre-School of Pharmacy students at UW- For more information on preparing for and applying to our programs, Madison. visit our admissions resources for Pharm.D. (https://pharmacy.wisc.edu/ academics/pharmd/current-uw-students/) and PharmTox (https:// POLICIES AND REGULATIONS pharmacy.wisc.edu/academics/pharm-tox/admissions/). FINANCIAL AID BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Students who seek financial assistance should contact the UW–Madison PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY Office of Student Financial Aid (https://financialaid.wisc.edu/) for financial aid applications and information about scholarships, loans, POLICIES grants, work-study programs, and student employment. For a list of Pharmacology and Toxicology (PharmTox) undergraduate policies, including academic standing and probation policies, please visit SCHOOL OF PHARMACY SCHOLARSHIPS the PharmTox Policy Handbook (https://students.pharmacy.wisc.edu/ The School of Pharmacy awards a variety of scholarships each year pharm-tox-handbook/). to admitted PharmTox and Pharm.D. students. Awards are based on both academic merit and financial need. Students are invited to apply RESOURCES to School of Pharmacy-specific scholarships, as well as campus-wide or non-Pharmacy scholarships, through the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub ACADEMIC ADVISING (https://wisc.academicworks.com/). If you’re a current UW–Madison undergraduate student, you have STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS access to dedicated, structured pre-pharmacy advising at the School of Students will find many organizations of interest, both in the School Pharmacy. Please choose the School of Pharmacy as your advising group and across the UW–Madison campus. The School of Pharmacy student option when you make your SOAR reservation in April. We’re here to help organizations website (https://students.pharmacy.wisc.edu/student- you with: life/student-organizations/) has a comprehensive listing of student • Career paths related to pharmacy, pharmacology, and toxicology organizations and groups that are affiliated with the School. • Understanding prerequisites and developing a plan for completion • Accessing courses and guidance on how to sequence classes FACILITIES • Pharm.D. and PharmTox curriculum and degree options The School of Pharmacy is located in Rennebohm Hall on the west side of campus, near University Hospital and Clinics and Health Sciences • Admissions selection criteria Learning Center. The School of Pharmacy provides students and faculty • Application process and components with the finest possible physical environment for professional pharmacy and for research in pharmaceutical fields of study. Who is a pre-pharmacy student? A pre-pharmacy student is anyone who is taking the courses necessary to be considered for admission to the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) professional program and/or the B.S. in Pharmacology and Toxicology (PharmTox) at the UW–Madison School of Pharmacy. Completion of prerequisite coursework does not guarantee admission as admission is selective and competitive.

How do I get started with pre-pharmacy advising? Schedule your pre-pharmacy advising appointment using the Starfish app (https:// wisc.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops/) in MyUW. Search for "Kendra Gurnee" to meet with the pre-PharmTox advisor or "Amy Zwaska" to meet with the pre-Pharm.D. advisor. Any UW–Madison student with any major or no major can access our dedicated pre-pharmacy advising services at the School of Pharmacy. Individual appointments are typically scheduled for 30 minutes.

If you experience any trouble with the scheduling process:

• You can get help with Starfish here (https://advising.wisc.edu/ facstaff/starfish/starfish-student-resources/). • You can also contact the School of Pharmacy Student and Academic Affairs Office at 608-262-6234 to set up your advising appointment.

Due to the selective nature of the Pharm.D. and PharmTox admissions processes, interested students are encouraged to meet with School of Pharmacy advisors early and often to explore our programs and get valuable guidance about prerequisites, selection criteria, application timeline/procedures, and career opportunities. We recommend that you meet with your pre-pharmacy advisor at least once per semester.